Candidate Biographies

Rev. Kyle Adamczyk ’12, ’24 Ed.D.                         CUS, CGS       Blue Bell, PA

Employment:  Parochial Vicar of Saint Helena parish and school

Involvement & Support of Immaculata University:

• Carol Night / concerts
• Alumni reunion weekend
• Immaculata University Awards reception
• General alumni events

Why I’m Interested in Serving on the Alumni Board of Governors:

I am interested in continuing to be a member of the Board of Governors because it is important to continue the wonderful work we are doing.  I would like to bring new ideas and focus on increasing our alumni base and give new ideas to re-ignite the alumni and be part of the vision and mission of our institute and furthermore make our alumni feel at home.

 Other Business Experience and Positions Held:

• Director of Campus Ministry, theology and music teacher at Conwell Egan catholic high school
• Parochial vicar at Saint Andrew.
• Director of PREP at Saint Helena Parish

Professional Organizations, Membership and Positions Held

• Transfigure young adults
• Priest council
• Immaculata Board of Governors

Community Service and Philanthropic Activities

• Veteran Memorial
• Youth and Young events

Awards/Commendations Received: 

• Recognition of outstanding service (community, leadership and youth) by Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick four times.
• Awarded the Scientia Floret Virtute Award.

Nancy Girvin Burke ’68, ’00 Ed.D.                           CUS, CGS       Harrisburg, PA

Employment:  retired

Involvement & Support of Immaculata University:

• IU on the Road Events at Hershey and Harrisburg
• Reunion Weekends
• Awards Receptions
• Welcome to new students from ABOG – Distributed snacks to IU students during exams
• Camilla Bingo

Why I’m Interested in Serving on the Alumni Board of Governors:

• Time to give back to the university that prepared me for a successful professional life.
• To promote the University to other alumni and to the general public.

Other Business Experience and Positions Held:

• Educator/Administrator on elementary, secondary and post-secondary levels
• Medical Laboratory employee and supervisor

Professional Organizations, Membership and Positions Held

• Evaluator/Visitation for Middle States, ACICS and AMA/CAHEA

Community Service and Philanthropic Activities

• Parish activities: Saint Catherine Labore’ in Harrisburg and Saint Pius X in Fort Lauderdale
• Central PA Food Bank

  Awards/Commendations Received: 

• Volunteer Award from Middle States

Martha Dietz-Hanson ’11                                       CUS                King of Prussia, PA

Employment:  Optician – Village Optical

Involvement & Support of Immaculata University:

• Attended Carol Night, including this year’s first Music Major Alumni Reception
• Alumni Reunion weekend events including Centennial Celebrations in 2021
• Sang with the Baccalaureate Choir for the 2024 Graduation Mass
• Member of the West Chester Band which performs with Immaculata University Concert band during fall and spring semesters

Why I’m Interested in Serving on the Alumni Board of Governors:

Christmas of 2022, I moved back to Pennsylvania, back to my family, friends, and the comfort of the place where I grew up.  While away, I missed having the ability to attend alumni events, meet up with old friends or even take a drive by campus.  Since my return, I have been longing to find a way of connecting and contributing to the people and places I still consider home!

Other Business Experience and Positions Held:

• Holy Ghost Byzantine Catholic Church Cantor

Professional Organizations, Membership and Positions Held

• Holy Ghost Byzantine Catholic Church Choir member and former president (2018-2022)
• West Chester Band member

Community Service and Philanthropic Activities

• Performing at retirement communities

Tracey Putrino Jones ’90                                        CUS                Bluffton, SC

Employment:  Independent Contractor for Varsity Tutors

Involvement & Support of Immaculata University:

• Attend Mass of Remembrance
• Attend Carol Night
• Attend Reunion weekend (every 5 years)
• Attend online regional alumni gatherings
• Participate on Immaculata Business Advisory Board (BAB)

Why I’m Interested in Serving on the Alumni Board of Governors:

I would like the opportunity to continue to serve on the ABOG.  I have enjoyed the ability to connect with Immaculata and have tried to be of service to IU.

I am excited to run for a second term on the Immaculata Alumni Board of Governors. The ABOG has allowed me to make new connections among the diverse alums of Immaculata. I enjoyed my committee work exploring ways universities provide opportunities for their alumni. I have learned about the breadth and depth of the Alumni Office's work for our graduates and Immaculata. The ABOG and the Alumni Office work to help Immaculata bring positive and creative opportunities to graduates so they can stay connected and enjoy the benefits of being an Immaculata graduate.

My professional journey has blended the business and education worlds. Both careers started at Immaculata. I received my BA in Economics in 1990. In 2005, I returned to Immaculata to study for my teaching credentials. I currently run a small business that involves tutoring elementary students and adults seeking their teaching credentials. Additionally, I serve on Immaculata's Business Advisory Board. I am eager to continue collaborating with our Alumni Board of Governors, each bringing our unique skills and life experiences to Immaculata.

Other Business Experience and Positions Held:

• Special education teacher, elementary education teacher, sales representative

Professional Organizations, Membership and Positions Held

• Alumni Association Board of Governors
• Immaculata Business Advisory Board

Community Service and Philanthropic Activities

• I have worked as a reading volunteer with Ignation Volunteer Corps.
• Taught confirmation classes for At. Anthony on the Lake, Pewaukee, WI

Dia Veneziano Kitchengs, ’18, ’24 M.A.                 CUS, CGS       West Chester, PA

Employment:  4^th grade teacher – Garnet Valley Elementary

Involvement & Support of Immaculata University:

• Carol Night
• Awards Reception
• Education Alumni events
• Women’s basketball alumni games

Why I’m Interested in Serving on the Alumni Board of Governors:

I believe in the value of giving back to the community that has significantly shaped who I am today.  I want to help foster the connection between the alumni and current students and have more alumni engaged in the community.  Finally, being a member on the board would help me stay connected to a place that feels like home.

Other Business Experience and Positions Held:

• 1^st and 2^nd multi-age teacher at Germantown Academy

Professional Organizations, Membership and Positions Held

• Science Curriculum winter and data team member

Community Service and Philanthropic Activities

• Donate to different charities each month and buy/wrap presents for students in my community

Awards/Commendations Received: 

• Scientia Floret Virtute Award,
• Legacy of 1920 Award
• Catherine of Alexandria Medal

Lori DeRea Kolb ’04, ’09 M.A.                                 CUS, CGS       Nazareth, PA

Employment:  Care Manager at Magellan of PA

Involvement & Support of Immaculata University:

• Participated in Carol Night, 20Below Events, On the Roads Events, Alumni Awards reception
• Served on Alumni Board in various roles and responsibilities
• Serve as Class agent for Class of 2005

Why I’m Interested in Serving on the Alumni Board of Governors:

I had a very positive time during my first tenure on the Alumni Board of governors.  I believe in its mission and would like the chance to continue developing the missions I began working on, while supporting new endeavors.

Other Business Experience and Positions Held:

• Owner, self-employed therapy
• Music Therapy and Clinical Lead at COMHAR LTSR
• Music Therapist at Kidspeace

Professional Organizations, Membership and Positions Held

• American Music Therapy Association

Community Service and Philanthropic Activities

• President Elect- Nazareth Area Hockey Club,
• President for 2 years - Nazareth Area Intermediate school PTO
• Volunteer- Lehigh Valley Polar Bears Special Needs Hockey

Paul McAndrew ’10, ’15 M.A.                                 CUS, CGS       Malvern, PA

Employment:  Teacher, Phoenixville Area School District

Involvement & Support of Immaculata University:

• For the last three years, I have served on the Alumni Association Board of Governors in numerous ways, most notably as the chair of the Service Committee. In my role as Chair, I have coordinated at least two service projects a year in coordination with IU"s Campus Ministry, including the Alumni Camilla Bingo, Mother of Mercy Drive at Carol Night, and the IU Service Challenge. I have also served on the Outreach and Governance Committees as well.
• From 2011 to 2018, I served two terms on the Board as well, serving as "First Vice President" at one point, along with serving on various committees that helped to support Reunion and the Awards Reception.
• I have been an active participant of Reunion Weekend, the Awards Reception, Carol Night and the Irish event in March. I have recently signed up to be on the 20Below Council and look forward to participating in the different 20Below Events throughout the year.

Why I’m Interested in Serving on the Alumni Board of Governors:

My experience at Immaculata University as an undergraduate and graduate student has been crucial to making me into the person that I am today. My experience on the Alumni Board has allowed me to give back to a home that has given me so much already, and I would love the opportunity to keep giving back and helping fellow alumni return to campus.

Other Business Experience and Positions Held:

• Director and Counselor, ESF Summer Camps, Montgomery School, 2010-2022

Community Service and Philanthropic Activities

• Member of Immaculata University Board of Governors 2011-2018, 2022-2025
• Active Member of St. Patrick Parish, Malvern, PA

Awards/Commendations Received: 

• 2018-Scientia Floret Virtute Award Winner
• 2014-ESF Camps Master Teacher Award

Kelly Philbin ’91, ’07 M.A.                                       CUS, CGS       Deptford, NJ

Employment:  Vice President, Customer Success at IXL Learning

Involvement & Support of Immaculata University:

• Elected Delegate, Board of Governors
• Class Agent and Class Representative (Class of 1991)
• Participant in Alumni Reunion Weekend and Carol Night
• Volunteer, Alumni Bingo at Camilla Hall
• Immaculata On the Road Events

Why I’m Interested in Serving on the Alumni Board of Governors:

Immaculata will always be home to me. During my time at the university, I was not only provided with an outstanding education in the English and Education departments, but I was also given invaluable opportunities for leadership, service, and faith formation. The example set by the faculty and staff, particularly the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, profoundly shaped my life and values.

In the years since graduation, I have continued to feel a strong connection to the Immaculata community. It has been a privilege to serve as an elected delegate on the Board of Governors the past few years. The opportunity to work alongside other elected delegates has reinforced my belief in the critical importance of alumni participation in sustaining and strengthening Immaculata’s mission. I would be honored to continue to work with fellow alumni and university leaders to continue to positively impact the Immaculata community.

Other Business Experience and Positions Held:

• Vice President of Sales at Frog Street Press and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
• National Curriculum Consultant, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
• Educator at the primary, secondary and adult levels (Diocese of Camden, NJ, Archdiocese of Philadelphia and School District of Philadelphia)

Professional Organizations, Membership and Positions Held

• Elected Delegate, Immaculata University Alumni Association Board of Governors, 2022
• President, On the Avenue Condo Association, 2020
• Kappa Delta Pi
• The National Society of Leadership and Success
• Golden Key Honor Society
• International Literacy Association

Community Service and Philanthropic Activities

• Volunteer, Camilla Hall Alumnae Bingo
• Lector, Eucharistic Minister, and Volunteer - Infant Jesus Parish, Deptford, NJ
• Volunteer, TLC Animal Rescue

Awards/Commendations Received: 

• IXL Above and Beyond Award, 2024
• Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Pinnacle Club for Exceeding Sales Goals
• Houghton Mifflin Harcourt CEO Club for Exceptional Dedication to the Business

Maureen Matthews Scott ’90                                CUS                Mooresville, NC

Employment:  Senior Consultant/Business Analyst - The Norman Group

Involvement & Support of Immaculata University:

• Alumni Reunion Weekend. I have returned every 5 years since graduation.
• April 2022 - Present - Alumni Association Board of Governors
• October 2024 - Present - Member, Immaculata University Business Advisory Board
• Several online events including Carol Night, Archive Tour, and online on the road NC/SC
• I attended an in person On the Road event in Charlotte, NC.

Why I’m Interested in Serving on the Alumni Board of Governors:

I have really enjoyed being a member of the Alumni Board of Governors representing alumni that are not located in the northeast.

I can support Immaculata, help strengthen alumni connections, help impact current students and most of all it is incredibly rewarding being part of an institution that helped me become the person I am.

Other Business Experience and Positions Held:

• 1998 - 2007 Consultant
• 1990 - 1998 AVP Truist Bank, International Operations

Community Service and Philanthropic Activities

June 2021 - Present - Board of Directors, FOODiversity

Tara Copskey Sheridan ’05                                     CUS                Somerdale, NJ

Employment:  Reading Specialist/Supervisor at The Yale School

Involvement & Support of Immaculata University:

• Attended Alumni Reunion Weekend
• Attended Below 20 Event (two times)

Why I’m Interested in Serving on the Alumni Board of Governors:

I have wanted to become more involved since graduating from Immaculata. I enjoyed my years there, involved in a sorority, student government and as a student athlete. As my children have gotten older, it is a little easier now to try to become more involved in committees of my own interest.

Other Business Experience and Positions Held:

• I own my own photography business, Tara Jean Photography, but this is my second job. I am currently in my 19th year at The YALE School, which is a private school for students with special needs. I was an administrator for 16 years, but I have recently shifted roles into a Reading Specialist/Supervisor so I do have a little availability now that I am no longer running a program.

Community Service and Philanthropic Activities

• FSA Involvement at my children’s school. Positions held were Vice President and Membership.